Games+Developer

Games developers design, create and produce computer or video games. They work in games development teams with artists, programmers, producers and marketing staff.

Game development can fall under the following categories:
 * __**Animator -**__ Arranges characters and objects designed by technical artists in a sequence of different positions to give the illusion of movement.
 * __**Digital Video Sound Editor-**__ Involved in the computer-based editing of video sound for games.
 * __**Games Programmer-**__ A games programmer writes code (usually in C++ programming language) or uses game-development engines to create computer or video games.
 * __**Director / Producer- Manages, plans, oversees and in some cases funds the development of a game.**__
 * __**Technical/ 3D artist-**__ Creates and manipulates images and models using 2D and 3D computer graphics software
 * __**Tester-**__ Responsible for monitoring and testing technical standards in gameplay, graphics, sound and functionality during games development.

Game developers may perform the following tasks:

combine structural, mechanical and artistic elements into the game's environment, such as buildings, vehicles and decorative finishes.
 * draw up detailed design documentation including charts and diagrams that outline the various concepts and components involved
 * modify and document the program code to correct errors
 * test the game and make amendments to enhance its capabilities
 * prepare digital graphics, animations, sound, video, photographs and images for editing

Game developers usually specialise in one specific game platform (e.g. PlayStation, Xbox or Nintendo)

Some Personal Requirements Required:


 * aptitude for computing
 * creative and artistic flair
 * commitment to understanding and using new technology
 * good communication skills
 * aptitude for drawing
 * understanding of colour and form
 * able to work as part of a team.

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A course at Monash University - Bachelor of Information Technology and System is a course which allows students to go into any of these fields of work: • Games engine/Tools programmer • Graphics/Special effects programmer • Audio programmer • Artificial intelligence programmer • Games designer • Games tester • Electronic commerce consulting • Multimedia developer • Analyst/programmer

The course studies include: FIRST YEAR Computer systems Computer programming IT in organizations Database Networks and Data communications Website Authoring Visual communication Design and Visualization SECOND YEAR Systems analysis and design IT project management Digital media authoring Computer programming Game implementation and techniques Games programming using C++ THIRD YEAR Artificial intelligence for gaming Creative narrative in multimedia Interactive environments IT third year unit

This was taken from: [|www.monash.edu.au/study/coursefinder/course/3334/]